Augsburg University News and Announcements
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Please join the Office of Admissions in celebrating the holiday season! We will be hosting our annual open house on Friday, December 15th from 11:30am-1:30pm. Food and drinks will be provided, just bring yourself! Come for the food or just to say hello! Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays to all!
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Join us this morning for chapel to hear Professor Phil Quanbeck, Department of Religion, preach as part of our Advent series. Music will be performed by a Sax Quartet: Kiah Norby, Joan Hutton, Matt Simon and Pearl Lockwood. At 11:30 am in Hoversten Chapel.
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TriBeta (Biological Honor Society) is hosting a personal hygiene and food drive from Monday 11/21/17 to Monday 12/4/17. Please consider donating! Items can be placed in the five boxes throughout campus (Christensen Center Welcome Desk, Enrollment Center Lobby, Foss Atrium (outside of the Campus Ministry offices), Oren Gateway Center Welcome Desk and Si Melby Lobby (outside of the Athletics offices). All items will be donated to Merrick Food Shelf who opens their doors to the Twin Cities community for those who are in need.
submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu
Are you having problems sleeping, falling asleep, staying asleep or even just want to learn more about how to get a better night’s sleep?
Come join Regions Hospital Sleep Health Center’s Sleep Team and Insomnia physician, James Davig, Ph.D, for an informational seminar.
When: Thursday, December 7, from 12-1 pm
Where: Marshall Room
Bring your own lunch and join us.
For questions, contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.
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Join fellow Auggies for a guided relaxation training program to help you manage stress, sleep more soundly at night, and approach your day with renewed energy and vitality.
Come relax with Beth Freschi, from a Time for Expression.
When: Tuesday, December 12, from 12-1 pm
Where: OGC 100
For questions, contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.
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The Registrar’s Office has an open position for an Assistant Registrar. This position is being posted internally only and will remain active for 7 calendar days.
The posting and job details can be accessed through Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs. Select Staff under the Industry/Function box to access the posting.
submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu
University Events has an open position for an Event and Conference Coordinator. This position is being posted internally only and will remain active for 7 calendar days.
The posting and job details can be accessed through Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs. Select Staff under the Industry/Function box to access the posting.
submitted by dores@augsburg.edu
Are you an underrepresented student pursuing a degree in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics)? If so, you might be eligible to participate in LSAMP North Star STEM (NSS). Augsburg’s LSAMP NSS program is designed to help STEM students succeed through peer mentoring, workshops, research opportunities, industry visits, and conference travel. LSAMP NSS funding opportunities include:
Professional development stipends (up to $500) for participation in LSAMP NSS programming
Travel funding for professional STEM conferences (including airfare and lodging)
Academic year or summer research funding (contingent on mentor match)
STEM majors at Augsburg: biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, environmental studies, mathematics, physics
LSAMP NSS eligibility:
Full-time student pursuing a STEM major.
US citizen or permanent resident.
Underrepresented in STEM as defined by the National Science Foundation (NSF). This includes being Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American, Alaska Native or Pacific Islander.
The Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) is an initiative funded by the NSF to support underrepresented students pursuing a STEM degree. Minnesota’s LSAMP program is called the North Star STEM Alliance and includes 17 colleges, universities and community organizations.
If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please contact us at stem@augsburg.edu or complete the following application: https://northstarstem.org/augsburg/apply.
Please note that funding through NSF requires citizenship or permanent residence, but all students are welcome to participate in programming.
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Thanks to everyone who donated paper and plastic bags for our farmer’s market gleaning! We’re done for the season, so we no longer need them.
If you have bags you’re not going to reuse, you can recycle paper bags in your curbside recycling and bring plastic plastic bags back to a store to be recycled. Bag recycling bins are usually at the entrances of places like Target and grocery stores.
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Hello Augsburg Campus!
Campus Cupboard, Augsburg’s own food pantry, is in need of donations! Please consider donating if you are able.
Here are some items we are in need of:
– Grains like dried pasta and instant rice
– Canned soups (any kind except tomato. We are stocked on tomato!)
– Proteins like small jars of peanut butter, canned or dried beans, canned tuna and chicken
– Healthy snacks like granola bars, crackers, nuts, popcorn
– Baking supplies like sugar, salt, 2lb bags of flour, baking soda/powder
– Spices like paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, turmeric, etc
– Canned fruits and veggies
– Hygiene products like toothpaste, toothbrushes, pads, tampons, etc.
We are also taking clothing donations! Please drop off donations at Campus Ministry, the Welcome Desk in Christensen, or the Campus Cupboard table during open hours in the Foss Lobby.
IMPORTANT: Please leave your name/department, so we know who the donations are coming from!
Here are the Cupboard hours this week:
M 8am-9:15am, 9:30am-6pm
T 8am-1:40pm, 2pm-6pm
W 8am-9:15am, 9:30am-6pm
Th 8am-9:30am, 10am-1:45pm, 3:30pm-6pm
F 8am-9:15am 10am-6pm
Thanks so much for reading. Have a great week!
Janet Nguyen
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The Employee Handbook Review Committee seeks your input as it develops a newly proposed University Consensual Relationship Policy. Because this policy will impact all employees, a sub-committee has been formed and seeks your viewpoints on consensual relationships. The sub-committee has two open seats. One faculty and one staff member will be selected from those who attend an open session and express an interest in participating in this sub-committee.
Open feedback sessions will be held on:
Wednesday, December 6
2:00-3:00 PM
OGC 100
Thursday, December 7
1:30-2:30 PM
Marshall Room
Please contact Dawn Miller in HR at millerd1@augsburg.edu for additional information.
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Beef Brisket Sandwiches
Potato Wedges
Corn with Peas
Nacho Bar with Beef and Tofu
Barley & Mushrooms
Broccoli
GF Grilled Cheese
Roasted Potatoes
Mini Burgers!
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Roasted Turkey
Mashed Potatoes
Gravy
Carrots
Chicken Fajita Bar
Corn
Bell Peppers & Onions
Black Beans
Brown Rice
Boca Nuggets
Vegetable Stir Fry
Fried Rice
Mini Burgers!
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We are all ears! Please take a moment to complete a short survey to provide us with valuable feedback to grow and evolve our dining program. Visit the link below for a chance to win an Ipad mini!
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Whether you’re a film theory/production student or just interested in movies, come to the first meeting of Augsburg Film Club in Foss 175 on Tuesday, December 5th! We will have introductions and discussions about people’s filmic interests and ideas for the future of the club. As a bonus, there will be coffee and donuts available.
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Good condition black side-by-side refrigerator for sale, see the details below
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If you haven’t already visited the Writing Lab, it’s time to do so! More than 700 Auggies have already used the WL this semester. Writing Lab tutors await all students, grad and undergrad, and their written work – essays, applications, personal statements, creative writing. The Lab is located on the street level of Lindell Library and is just left of the circulation desk. No appointments are taken.
Here are the hours:
Mondays – 11:10–1:40 p.m., and 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Tuesdays – 12:30–3 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 7:30–10 p.m.
Wednesdays –11:10–1:40 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 6:30–9 p.m.
Thursdays – 12:30–3 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 7:30–10 p.m.
Fridays – 4–6:30 p.m.
Sundays – 5–8 p.m.
Any questions? Contact Kathryn Swanson, English.
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The John Engman Writing Prize, a literary competition sponsored by Murphy Square and the Augsburg English Department, is awarded each year to promising writers. This year’s submission deadline is December 21st (the last day of finals). Judges of the competition will select winners in each of the categories of fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction.
To enter writers must submit the following:
Short Fiction – One complete short story of not more than 15 pages.
Creative Non-fiction – One complete piece not longer than 15 pages.
Poetry – At least three poems.
All writers must be enrolled at Augsburg University and may enter each of the categories as often as they wish, but they may only win in one. Names of writers must not be on the works submitted.
Entries must be submitted through Moodle.
The direct link to the site is: https://go.augsburg.edu/engman
The prize was named in honor of poet and Augsburg alumnus John Engman who died in 1996. Judges for the contest are English Department faculty members. The judges reserve the right to withhold awards if entries in specific categories are not of winning quality; they may also increase the number of awards in a category that has attracted entries of obvious merit. Winners will be notified in January and will be awarded gift cards to the university bookstore.
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Murphy Square (Augsburg’s undergraduate literary and visual arts magazine) is looking for your submissions! From now until January 1, we are accepting prose (fiction or creative nonfiction short stories), poetry, and visual art (photography, drawing, painting, etc.)!
Submit to the link below by January 1!
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The Pan-Afrikan Student Union is presenting a panel on “What is Pan-Afrikan Identity?” this Thursday December 7th, 2017 6pm-8pm in Old Main, Room 105. The goal of this panel is to start a conversation on what meaning comes with the black/brown skin we inhabit. This conversation will discuss afro-latino, black, and the African/African American dichotomy. Free food will also be served! We look forward to seeing you! All are welcome!
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Ginger Lemon Cod
Braised Carrots
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Wild Rice Pilaf
BBQ Chicken
Fried Potato Wedges
Sweet Corn
Fish & Chips
Italian Turkey
Garlic Broccoli
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Chicken Cacciatore
Rice Pilaf
Roasted Squash
Broccoli
Tuna Melts
Tator Tots
Lemon Glazed Green Beans
Braised Collard Greens
Fish & Chips
Spicy Mixed Beans
Roasted Potatoes
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October was Cyber Security Month. Join an online information session to hear briefly what the current cyber threats are, learn some tips that apply at work or home, share your experiences and strategies.
Also in December IT is adding new tool to Google Drive to protect regulated data. If faculty or staff have regulated data in Drive you will get an email notification. What is regulated data? Come and find out! Adding this tool means we will not dissuade you from keeping FERPA data in Google Drive in 2018. We want to you to be able to fully use Google Drive in your work.
There will also be a required online self-paced information security training coming for faculty and staff as part of our work on information security. Come and find out more!
Final Zoom virtual session
Monday December 4, 9:00 – 9:30 AM https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/656824283
Find out what more about we’re doing for information security at Augsburg
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The course evaluation revision group is looking for faculty willing to pilot a different process for collecting end-of-term data this fall semester and improving response rates. Faculty will be asked to have the online evaluations completed during class time, as was previously done with old paper forms. If you are able to participate, this effort will allow us to collect comparative data on response rates. We will send specific instructions/guidance in early December. Please send your name and the specific course sections to Diane Pike, pike@augsburg.edu or Scott Krajewski krajewsk@augsburg.edu if you can join this work. Thank you.
Also, there are two additional sessions to hear your questions and comments about revising the current course evaluation system (into a new University Course Survey model). Join us in Foss Atrium on December 1st 11:15-12:30 (then on to Velkommen Jul) and/or on December 6th from 11-12. What matters to you in this process and why?
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Engage with the culture and get to know the community. Ingebretsen’s Scandinavian Gifts is sponsoring an American film classic, I Remember Mama (1948), a story about the ups and downs of a Norwegian immigrant family in San Francisco, circa 1910.
Thursday, December 7
7:00 pm, Doors open at 6:30 with pre-movie entertainment
Showing at Riverview Theater, 3800 42nd Ave So, Minneapolis, 55406
$3 entry
Tickets sold at Ingebretsen’s,1601 E. Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407
For more information, call 612-729-9333
http://www.riverviewtheater.com/show/show/2410
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The Employee Handbook Review Committee seeks your input as it develops a newly proposed University Consensual Relationship Policy. Because this policy will impact all employees, a sub-committee has been formed and seeks your viewpoints on consensual relationships. The sub-committee has two open seats. One faculty and one staff member will be selected from those who attend an open session and express an interest in participating in this sub-committee.
Open feedback sessions will be held on:
Wednesday, December 6
2:00-3:00 PM
OGC 100
Thursday, December 7
1:30-2:30 PM
Marshall Room
Please contact Dawn Miller in HR at millerd1@augsburg.edu for additional information.
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, literally! We’d like to invite you to join the Alumni Relations office and spread some holiday cheer to our Alumni, Family and Friends.
We will be hosting a ONE TAKE video on Monday, December 11, 2017, at 4-5:30pm in OGC first floor atrium. This video will have music, lots of fun and plenty of streamers! Gather your friends, put on your best holiday spirit, wear your ugly sweaters, throw on a Santa hat and join us as we sing along to “Its the most Wonderful Time of the Year” (Sung by Andy Williams)
We highly encourage Augsburg’s clubs and organizations to join us. For additional details, questions or comments, please reach out to the Alumni Office via email: alumniassistants@augsburg.edu
Lyrics:
http://www.metrolyrics.com/its-the-most-wonderful-time-of-the-year-lyrics-andy-williams.html
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Are you an underrepresented student pursuing a degree in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics)? If so, you might be eligible to participate in LSAMP North Star STEM (NSS). Augsburg’s LSAMP NSS program is designed to help STEM students succeed through peer mentoring, workshops, research opportunities, industry visits, and conference travel. LSAMP NSS funding opportunities include:
Professional development stipends (up to $500) for participation in LSAMP NSS programming
Travel funding for professional STEM conferences (including airfare and lodging)
Academic year or summer research funding (contingent on mentor match)
STEM majors at Augsburg: biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, environmental studies, mathematics, physics
LSAMP NSS eligibility:
Full-time student pursuing a STEM major.
US citizen or permanent resident.
Underrepresented in STEM as defined by the National Science Foundation (NSF). This includes being Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American, Alaska Native or Pacific Islander.
The Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) is an initiative funded by the NSF to support underrepresented students pursuing a STEM degree. Minnesota’s LSAMP program is called the North Star STEM Alliance and includes 17 colleges, universities and community organizations.
If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please contact us at stem@augsburg.edu or complete the following application: https://northstarstem.org/augsburg/apply.
Please note that funding through NSF requires citizenship or permanent residence, but all students are welcome to participate in programming.
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Registration for winter intramurals will run Nov. 27th-Dec. 3rd.
Leagues will start Dec. 7th. Sign your teams up for Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, and Flag Football. Soccer and Flag football will both be played Thursday nights in the Dome. Volleyball and basketball will be played in Si-Melby hall and game nights will depend on participation numbers as well as gym availability.
All leagues will run Dec. 7th- Feb. 15th.
For more information and registration instructions, visit the intramurals web page.
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The Registrar’s Office has an open position for an Assistant Registrar. This position is being posted internally only and will remain active for 7 calendar days.
The posting and job details can be accessed through Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs. Select Staff under the Industry/Function box to access the posting.
submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu
University Events has an open position for an Event and Conference Coordinator. This position is being posted internally only and will remain active for 7 calendar days.
The posting and job details can be accessed through Inside Augsburg under On-Campus Student Jobs. Select Staff under the Industry/Function box to access the posting.
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Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
THE DARK SIDE OF THE HAPPY CITY IN DENMARK & ICELAND
Courses: ENL 270 or ENL 395, AND SOC 111/URB 111, or SOC 295/URB 295 The program also fulfills Augsburg Experience
In this program, students will have the opportunity to learn about two amazing cities: Reykjavik and Copenhagen and earn 8 credits at the same time! This two-course Augsburg Abroad experience explores the relationship between city and text; it is an interdisciplinary celebration of cities, with Reykjavik and Copenhagen and their environs as the sites of the celebration. Students will access the artistic heart of the city by immersing themselves in the real-life locations of Hamlet, Copenhagen Noir, and major films. Simultaneously, they will tour Copenhagen (often via bike and public transport) to learn why it is a mecca of urban sustainability and livability with some of the most inspired public spaces in the world. The program will also include a one-night stopover in Iceland, where students can explore Icelandic community life, explore its Viking history and storytelling (sagas).
Applications are due on January 31.
Students eligible for Summer Pell Grants can apply their summer funds to this program!
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
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Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
INTERFAITH ENGAGEMENT IN PALESTINE AND ISRAEL
Courses: RLN 205 or RLN 490. This program also fulfills Augsburg Experience
Join this two-week course to gain a transformational learning experience. You will be immersed in the Israeli and Palestinian contexts, particularly focusing on the three Abrahamic faiths – Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Through lectures, readings, and conversations you will deepen your understanding of the history, sacred texts, beliefs and practices of the three Abrahamic faiths. Particular attention will be given to the roots of conflicts in the region and to peacebuilding movements.
We will visit holy sites that are at the center of the sacred stories that shape the beliefs and practices of Jews, Christians, and Muslims. We will hear how faith shapes the daily lives of those living in the land often called “holy.”
Applications are due on January 31, and SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE!
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
Check here for program details, scholarship info, and application
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Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
MUSIC THERAPY IN CHINA: CHONGQING BURN CAMP
Course options:
-MUS 374, -MUS 474, or MUS 582. It also fulfills Augsburg Experience
Music therapists benefit greatly from exploring the evolution of music from one generation to the next, the way in which music is integrated into everyday life, and its role in health, healing, and well-being in China. Through visits to hospitals, clinics, musical venues, conservatories, and community organizations that provide health related care, students experience the interplay of music and healing practices in China. Students also engage in direct dialogue with Chinese music therapists and other rehabilitation therapists. The program allows participants to reflect on their own musical roots, and to discover how their own musical preferences have developed based on cultural experiences. We will also visit other locations of interest such as The Great Wall, Old-Town Beijing, Dazu Rock Carvings, Yangtze River Cruise and more.
Applications are due March 15, 2018
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
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Students interested in a once-in- a-lifetime opportunity to travel the length of the Mississippi River as part of a full semester of courses should check out Augsburg’s River Semester program for Fall 2018. Students in the program will spend 100 days paddling from the Twin Cities, to St. Louis, Memphis, and beyond, before returning to the Twin Cities in December.
Courses offered include:
POL 241 Environmental and River Politics (meets Liberal Arts Foundation for Social and Behavioral Sciences)
ENV 310 Environmental Studies Field Seminar. Study grassroots organizing and meeting with stakeholders throughout the watershed.
ENV 120: Environmental Science (Science w/ Lab)
BIO 495: Topics
POL/ENV/BIO 499 Directed Research Project (possible Keystone credit)
POL/ENV 399 Internship (with a river-related organization; some internships are paid)
KEY 490 Keystone
Other courses and specialized curriculum available by special arrangement
This program also fulfills Augsburg Experience requirement
The deadline for early registration is Dec. 15, 2017, which qualifies you for a $500 discount on the program fee. Thanks to a generous donation from Pentair, there are a limited number of scholarships of up to $5,000 toward the program fees.
Full information and details at http://www.augsburg.edu/river or by contacting the Augsburg Study Abroad/Away Office in Christensen Center or Prof. Joe Underhill at underhil@augsburg.edu
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Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
MUSIC THERAPY IN CHINA: CHONGQING BURN CAMP
Course options:
-MUS 374, -MUS 474, or MUS 582. It also fulfills Augsburg Experience
Music therapists benefit greatly from exploring the evolution of music from one generation to the next, the way in which music is integrated into everyday life, and its role in health, healing, and well-being in China. Through visits to hospitals, clinics, musical venues, conservatories, and community organizations that provide health related care, students experience the interplay of music and healing practices in China. Students also engage in direct dialogue with Chinese music therapists and other rehabilitation therapists. The program allows participants to reflect on their own musical roots, and to discover how their own musical preferences have developed based on cultural experiences. We will also visit other locations of interest such as The Great Wall, Old-Town Beijing, Dazu Rock Carvings, Yangtze River Cruise and more.
Applications are due March 15, 2018
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
submitted by romeroe@augsburg.edu
How was your experience on a Study Abroad or Away Program? Would you like to share your experience and maybe a few photos with your fellow Auggies? Auggies go on programs all over the world on short and long programs–share your story!
Share your story, give advice, or simply give us some feedback on how your program went
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The Fund For Education Abroad has opened their annual scholarship application. To be eligible, an applicant must meet the following criteria:
**U.S. citizen or permanent resident
**Currently enrolled as undergraduate at U.S. university or college
**Minimum of 4 weeks (28 days) in-country study
**Study abroad programs must take place in summer 2018, fall 2018, and/or spring 2019
**Program must be eligible for academic credit
Applications are open November 15 through January 10.
To learn more visit the website below, or stop by the Study Abroad/Away Office in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
submitted by romeroe@augsburg.edu
Have you thought about Study Abroad or Study Away in the USA? Attend one of our daily drop-in Info Sessions to hear about the basics and how you can get started. We cover how to choose a program, study abroad finances, academic credit, and more.
Come to the Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center, for a 20-minute Info Session:
Mondays at 10:40 am
Tuesdays at 2:15 pm
Wednesdays at 10:40 am
Thursdays at 3:40 pm
Fridays at 1:45 pm
submitted by romeroe@augsburg.edu
Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
MUSIC THERAPY IN CHINA: CHONGQING BURN CAMP
Course options:
-MUS 374, -MUS 474, or MUS 582. It also fulfills Augsburg Experience
Music therapists benefit greatly from exploring the evolution of music from one generation to the next, the way in which music is integrated into everyday life, and its role in health, healing, and well-being in China. Through visits to hospitals, clinics, musical venues, conservatories, and community organizations that provide health related care, students experience the interplay of music and healing practices in China. Students also engage in direct dialogue with Chinese music therapists and other rehabilitation therapists. The program allows participants to reflect on their own musical roots, and to discover how their own musical preferences have developed based on cultural experiences. We will also visit other locations of interest such as The Great Wall, Old-Town Beijing, Dazu Rock Carvings, Yangtze River Cruise and more.
Applications are due March 15, 2018
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
submitted by nikpay@augsburg.edu
Jila Nikpay’s documentary, Dreaming With Lola will be screened at The 10th Austin Asian American Film Festival, Saturday, Dec 9 @ the Austin Film Society Cinema, Tx.
submitted by bowlbyh@augsburg.edu
TriBeta (Biological Honor Society) is hosting a personal hygiene and food drive from Monday 11/21/17 to Monday 12/4/17. Please consider donating! Anything helps! Items can be placed in the five boxes throughout campus (Christensen Center Welcome Desk, Enrollment Center Lobby, Foss Atrium (outside of the Campus Ministry offices), Oren Gateway Center Welcome Desk and Si Melby Lobby (outside of the Athletics offices). All items will be donated to Merrick Food Shelf who opens their doors to the Twin Cities community for those who are in need.
submitted by bowlbyh@augsburg.edu
TriBeta (Biological Honor Society) is hosting a personal hygiene and food drive from Monday 11/21/17 to Monday 12/4/17. Please consider donating! Items can be placed in the five boxes throughout campus (Christensen Center Welcome Desk, Enrollment Center Lobby, Foss Atrium (outside of the Campus Ministry offices), Oren Gateway Center Welcome Desk and Si Melby Lobby (outside of the Athletics offices)). All items will be donated to Merrick Food Shelf who opens their doors to the Twin Cities community for those who are in need.
submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu
Are you having problems sleeping, falling asleep, staying asleep or even just want to learn more about how to get a better night’s sleep?
Come join Regions Hospital Sleep Health Center’s Sleep Team and Insomnia physician, James Davig, Ph.D, for an informational seminar.
When: Thursday, December 7, from 12-1 pm
Where: Marshall Room
Bring your own lunch and join us.
For questions, contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.
submitted by peterlin@augsburg.edu
Join fellow Auggies for a guided relaxation training program to help you manage stress, sleep more soundly at night, and approach your day with renewed energy and vitality.
Come relax with Beth Freschi, from a Time for Expression.
When: Tuesday, December 12, from 12-1 pm
Where: OGC 100
For questions, contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.
submitted by isahaq@augsburg.edu
As National Native American Heritage Month (November) comes to an end, the Augsburg Indigenous Student Association (AISA) and American Indian Student Services would like to invite you to check out the Native American Book Sale they are hosting on Wednesday, November 29th from 2- 6 PM and again on Thursday, November 30th from 11 AM – 4 PM in the Lobby of the Christensen Center @ Augsburg University 720 22nd Ave South, Minneapolis, MN
Word Carrier Trading Post is a Native American owned book business, specializing in Literature of the Northern Plains. Books range from pre-school level reading to college level reading. There will be a lot of books to choose from!!
For more information on Word Carrier Trading Post, visit their website at http://www.wordcarrier.com. They are based out of Rapid City, South Dakota.
submitted by romeroe@augsburg.edu
Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
THE DARK SIDE OF THE HAPPY CITY IN DENMARK & ICELAND
Courses: ENL 270 or ENL 395, AND SOC 111/URB 111, or SOC 295/URB 295 The program also fulfills Augsburg Experience
In this program, students will have the opportunity to learn about two amazing cities: Reykjavik and Copenhagen and earn 8 credits at the same time! This two-course Augsburg Abroad experience explores the relationship between city and text; it is an interdisciplinary celebration of cities, with Reykjavik and Copenhagen and their environs as the sites of the celebration. Students will access the artistic heart of the city by immersing themselves in the real-life locations of Hamlet, Copenhagen Noir, and major films. Simultaneously, they will tour Copenhagen (often via bike and public transport) to learn why it is a mecca of urban sustainability and livability with some of the most inspired public spaces in the world. The program will also include a one-night stopover in Iceland, where students can explore Icelandic community life, explore its Viking history and storytelling (sagas).
Applications are due on January 31.
Students eligible for Summer Pell Grants can apply their summer funds to this program!
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
submitted by romeroe@augsburg.edu
Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
DIVERSITY AND INEQUALITY IN GLOBAL PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE IN THAILAND & LAOS
Course: SWK 280 (elective credit for non-majors, requirement for social work majors). It also fulfills Augsburg Experience!
This program explores diversity and social inequality as a prerequisite to professional social work practice in a global context – specifically, in the context of Southeast Asia and Hmong culture. A critical dimension of professional practice is competence in work with diverse populations. The course introduces students to key theories and constructs undergirding cultural competence, including social construction theory, social contact theory, aversive racism, implicit bias, and micro-aggressions. Additionally, course introduces key social work practice models and frameworks as they pertain to cultural competence, including systems theory, ecological framework, strengths perspective and person-in- environment.
Applications are due on January 15, and SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE!
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
Check here for program details, scholarship info, and application
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Have you thought about Study Abroad or Study Away in the USA? Attend one of our daily drop-in Info Sessions to hear about the basics and how you can get started. We cover how to choose a program, study abroad finances, academic credit, and more.
Come to the Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center, for a 20-minute Info Session:
Mondays at 10:40 am
Tuesdays at 2:15 pm
Wednesdays at 10:40 am
Thursdays at 3:40 pm
Fridays at 1:45 pm
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The Study Abroad & Away office Instagram page is a great way to see what your fellow Auggies are up to on their study programs around the world!
Check it out and follow us!
https://www.facebook.com/AugsburgStudyAbroad/
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Earn language, Art, Keystone, or Internship credit in Mexico this summer:
AUGSBURG CGEE IN MEXICO: LANGUAGE AND CULTURE IN MEXICO
CGEE in Mexico offers five 3 1/2 week sessions (blocks) focusing on Spanish language and Mexican culture in which students can take one course per session, and take up to five courses throughout the summer. This community-based program includes homestays, a trip to Mexico City, optional weekend excursions, and numerous guest speakers designed to help students learn about history, culture, and contemporary struggles for peace, justice, and human rights.
Spanish language courses at all levels beginning to advanced, as well as specialized Spanish courses in Business Spanish, Spanish for Ministry, and Spanish for Healthcare Professionals can be combined with internships in those fields to create a truly customized summer experience.
2018 PROGRAM DATES
The summer is organized into five blocks, you may take anywhere from one to five blocks. Students who wish to take an internship must enroll for at least two blocks:
Block I: May 2-27
Block II: May 23-June 17 (KEY 490 offered only during Block II)
Block III: June 13-July 8
Block IV: July 5-29
Block V: July 25-August 19
Applications are due March 15, 2018
Scholarships are available!
Students eligible for Summer Pell Grants, may apply the summer grant funds to this program if they attend at least two Blocks.
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
Check here for program details, scholarship info, and application
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Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
ECONOMICS AND SOCIAL CHANGE IN GREECE
Join this two-week course to participate in an amazing learning experience in beautiful Greece! Students will obtain an understanding of Greek history, Greek culture and how that has led to the current Greek business/economic model. Talking with people from various sectors of the community about how their lives have changed in an economic downturn and hearing stories from local people about economic and social relationships will help students understand the complexity of history and culture that has resulted in the contemporary culture and identity of Greece.
Applications are due January 24, 2018
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
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Thursday, November 30th
3:00-5:00 p.m. (come and stay for as long as you like)
Strommen Career & Internship Center, Suite 100, Christensen Center
Why Attend: It is never to early to begin to think about your plans after graduation! All students from first year through senior year, are invited to stop by and learn how you can begin to prepare now for a one or two year long service opportunity that will help you explore career paths and gain experience and credentials that could contribute to graduate school. Depending on the program some of the sites offer an educational and living stipend.
Representatives will be on campus:
Peace Corps
College Possible
MN Reading & Math Corps
Conservation Corps
Lutheran Volunteer Corps
All majors and students are invited to stop by for this informal meet and greet to learn about service opportunities. Have your resume reviewed, get information and ask questions.
Questions? Email careers@augsburg.edu
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Are you an underrepresented student pursuing a degree in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics)? If so, you might be eligible to participate in LSAMP North Star STEM (NSS). Augsburg’s LSAMP NSS program is designed to help STEM students succeed through peer mentoring, workshops, research opportunities, industry visits, and conference travel. LSAMP NSS funding opportunities include:
-Professional development stipends (up to $500) for participation in LSAMP NSS programming
-Travel funding for professional STEM conferences (including airfare and lodging)
-Academic year or summer research funding (contingent on mentor match)
STEM majors at Augsburg: biology, biopsychology, chemistry, computer science, environmental studies, mathematics, physics
LSAMP NSS eligibility:
-Full-time student pursuing a STEM major.
-US citizen or permanent resident.
-Underrepresented in STEM as defined by the National Science Foundation (NSF). This includes being Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Native American, Alaska Native or Pacific Islander.
The Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP) is an initiative funded by the NSF to support underrepresented students pursuing a STEM degree. Minnesota’s LSAMP program is called the North Star STEM Alliance and includes 17 colleges, universities and community organizations.
If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please contact us at stem@augsburg.edu. Please note that funding through NSF requires citizenship or permanent residence, but all students are welcome to participate in programming.
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Open enrollment for health insurance began November 1!
MNSure open enrollment is November 1, 2017, to January 14, 2018. MNsure is Minnesota’s health insurance marketplace where individuals, families and small businesses can shop, compare and choose health insurance coverage.
For more information, go to http://www.MNsure.org
MNsure is the only place you can apply for financial help to lower the cost of your monthly insurance premium and out-of-pocket costs. Most Minnesotans who enroll through MNsure qualify for financial help.
Contact Center: you can call to speak with a MNsure representative about your options: 1-855-366-7873 (or 651-539-2099).
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Welcome to Tamarah Gehlen, who joined the Augsburg University community as the director for the StepUP Program on Tues., Nov. 28.
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If you haven’t already visited the Writing Lab, it’s time to do so! More than 650 Auggies have already used the WL this semester. Writing Lab tutors await all students, grad and undergrad, and their written work – essays, applications, personal statements, creative writing. The Lab is located on the street level of Lindell Library and is just left of the circulation desk. No appointments are taken.
Here are the hours:
Mondays – 11:10–1:40 p.m., and 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Tuesdays – 12:30–3 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 7:30–10 p.m.
Wednesdays –11:10–1:40 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 6:30–9 p.m.
Thursdays – 12:30–3 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 7:30–10 p.m.
Fridays – 4–6:30 p.m.
Sundays – 5–8 p.m.
Any questions? Contact Kathryn Swanson, English.
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Congratulations to Eric Graham, Groundskeeper and Mel Lee, Assistant Athletic Director, Head Softball Coach, and Instructor for receiving the October Auggie Pride Award. Their hard work in their new roles here at Augsburg made a huge impact across campus. Staff Senate admires the work they do everyday and are honored to award them both with this month’s Auggie Pride Award.
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Don’t forget your jewelry donations tomorrow! The Associates will be collecting gently-used jewelry at Velkommen Jul. Look for the basket near the Scholarship table on the 2nd floor of Christensen Center. On February 13 and 14 the Associates will be back on campus for a Valentine’s Day Vintage and Used Jewelry Sale. FUDGE will also be on sale!!
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If you are interested in how to have agency on campus and care about social justice as well as sustainability, please consider serving on the Fair Trade Committee. The ultimate goal of the committee is to seek Fair Trade Certification for Augsburg University.
Expected commitment:
1. Attend approximately four meetings for the rest of the academic year. Meetings will take place on Friday afternoons.
2. Assist with taking inventory of Fair Trade certified products on campus.
3. Assist with planning an event, such as tabling, to promote Fair Trade.
4. Help draft a Fair Trade resolution.
5. Present to University Council.
Other members of the committee include A’viands Manager, Josh Ahrends, Augsburg Chief Officer of Sustainability, Allyson Green, and Master of Art in Leadership student & Civic Studies Fellow, Christy Mattingly. There will be perks such as Fair Trade coffee and chocolate provided at meetings.
If you are willing to take on a very low time commitment for meaningful work, please text, call, or email Christy Mattingly at 612-723-9463 or mattingl@augsburg.edu.
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BBQ Beef
House Cut Sweet Potato Fries
Herbed Peas
Roasted Carrots
Deluxe Grilled Cheese
French Fries
Creamed Corn
Green Beans With Walnuts
Pasta Bar
Penne
Alfredo Sauce
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Roasted Turkey
Garlic Green Beans
Mashed Potatoes
Brown Butter Roasted Cauliflower
Reuben Sandwich
Tator Tots
Honey Cinnamon Glazed Carrots
Fresh Peas
Pasta Bar
Grilled Squash And Zucchini
Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
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Maren Stoddard Mack
Greece: Summer study abroad program
Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
ECONOMICS AND SOCIAL CHANGE IN GREECE
Join this two-week course to participate in an amazing learning experience in beautiful Greece! Students will obtain an understanding of Greek history, Greek culture and how that has led to the current Greek business/economic model. Talking with people from various sectors of the community about how their lives have changed in an economic downturn and hearing stories from local people about economic and social relationships will help students understand the complexity of history and culture that has resulted in the contemporary culture and identity of Greece.
Applications are due January 24, 2018
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
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The Center for Global Education and Experience is accepting applications for all of the Summer 2018 short-term study abroad programs! Check out these great options, good for any student:
SUMMER 2018
-Thailand & Laos: Diversity and Inequality in Global Professional Practice
-Denmark & Iceland: The Dark Side of the Happy City
-Interfaith Engagement in Palestine & Israel
-Economics & Cultural Change in Greece
-Music Therapy in China
-Language and Culture in Mexico
Applications are Due on January 31! Come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
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The Fund For Education Abroad has opened their annual scholarship application. To be eligible, an applicant must meet the following criteria:
**U.S. citizen or permanent resident
**Currently enrolled as undergraduate at U.S. university or college
**Minimum of 4 weeks (28 days) in-country study
**Study abroad programs must take place in summer 2018, fall 2018, and/or spring 2019
**Program must be eligible for academic credit
Applications are open November 15 through January 10.
To learn more visit the website below, or stop by the Study Abroad/Away Office in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
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The Employee Handbook Review Committee seeks your input as it develops a newly proposed University Consensual Relationship Policy. Because this policy will impact all employees, a sub-committee has been formed and seeks your viewpoints on consensual relationships. The sub-committee has two open seats. One faculty and one staff member will be selected from those who attend an open session and express an interest in participating in this sub-committee.
Two one-hour sessions will take place during the week of December 4 – December 8. Please watch future A-Mail notices for dates/times.
Please contact Dawn Miller in HR at millerd1@augsburg.edu for additional information.
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Come to chapel today at 10:40 am to hear Professor Matt Maruggi preach as part of our Advent series. Musicians: Jake Pernsteiner and Laura Schuh. In Hoversten Chapel.
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Sweet And Sour Pork Loin
Vegetable Fried Rice
Teriyaki Broccoli
Sesame Green Beans
Hot Dogs
Texas Chili
French Fries
Ice Cream Bar!
Pasta Bolognese
Herbed Cauliflower
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Bacon Cheddar Meatloaf
Corn
Grilled Zucchini
Mashed Potatoes
Meatball Sandwich
Tator Tots
Herbed Broccoli
Lemon And Garlic Green Beans
Ice Cream Bar!
Sweet & Sour Chicken
Jasmine Rice
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Hello!
You are all invited to the International Students 2nd general meeting! There will be food, fun, and goodbyes. It is also our last meeting of 2017.
Please stop by to hear about our events next semester, and say goodbye to the Fall 2017 International exchange students – all while dining with Caribbean style food.
The Meeting is: December 12th from 5:00-6:30 PM. It will be held in OGC 100.
See you all there!
—
ISO Team
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As National Native American Heritage Month (November) comes to an end, the Augsburg Indigenous Student Association (AISA) and American Indian Student Services would like to invite you to check out the Native American Book Sale they are hosting on Wednesday, November 29th from 2- 6 PM and again on Thursday, November 30th from 11 AM – 4 PM in the Lobby of the Christensen Center @ Augsburg University 720 22nd Ave South, Minneapolis, MN
Word Carrier Trading Post is a Native American owned book business, specializing in Literature of the Northern Plains. Books range from pre-school level reading to college level reading. There will be a lot of books to choose from!!
For more information on Word Carrier Trading Post, visit their website at http://www.wordcarrier.com. They are based out of Rapid City, South Dakota.
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Open enrollment for health insurance began November 1!
MNSure open enrollment is November 1, 2017, to January 14, 2018. MNsure is Minnesota’s health insurance marketplace where individuals, families and small businesses can shop, compare and choose health insurance coverage.
For more information, go to http://www.MNsure.org
MNsure is the only place you can apply for financial help to lower the cost of your monthly insurance premium and out-of-pocket costs. Most Minnesotans who enroll through MNsure qualify for financial help.
Contact Center: you can call to speak with a MNsure representative about your options: 1-855-366-7873 (or 651-539-2099).
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Tamarah Gehlen has joined the Augsburg University community as the director for the StepUP Program as of Tues., Nov. 28.
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On February 13 and 14, the Associates will have a Valentine’s Day Vintage and Used Jewelry Sale on campus. To get ready for this sale, we are asking for your donations of gently used jewelry – those items that have been laying in your jewelry box for years just waiting to be worn. Now, those fancy earrings, delicate necklaces, shiny cuff links and awesome tie bars can find a new home and show themselves off again!
There will be a basket for your donations at Velkommen Jul on Friday, December 1st on the 2nd floor of Christensen Center near the Scholarship Table. Look for the signage! Donated jewelry can also be dropped off in the Alumni Office (OGC Suite 106) no later than January 10. The Associates will neatly package all of the jewelry and bring it back to campus for the sale in February. There will also be fudge for sale!
Augsburg Associates is a volunteer group of alumni, retired faculty and friends of Augsburg. This is an opportunity for you to support the Associates in their fund-raising projects for student scholarships. Don’t miss this opportunity and THANK YOU!
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The John Engman Writing Prize, a literary competition sponsored by Murphy Square and the Augsburg English Department, is awarded each year to promising writers. This year’s submission deadline is December 21st (the last day of finals). Judges of the competition will select winners in each of the categories of fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction.
To enter writers must submit the following:
Short Fiction – One complete short story of not more than 15 pages.
Creative Non-fiction – One complete piece not longer than 15 pages.
Poetry – At least three poems.
All writers must be enrolled at Augsburg University and may enter each of the categories as often as they wish, but they may only win in one. Names of writers must not be on the works submitted.
Entries must be submitted through Moodle.
The direct link to the site is: https://go.augsburg.edu/engman
The prize was named in honor of poet and Augsburg alumnus John Engman who died in 1996. Judges for the contest are English Department faculty members. The judges reserve the right to withhold awards if entries in specific categories are not of winning quality; they may also increase the number of awards in a category that has attracted entries of obvious merit. Winners will be notified in January and will be awarded gift cards to the university bookstore.
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Are you having problems sleeping, falling asleep, staying asleep or even just want to learn more about how to get a better night’s sleep?
Come join Regions Hospital Sleep Health Center’s Sleep Team and Insomnia physician, James Davig, Ph.D, for an informational seminar.
When: Thursday, December 7, from 12-1 pm
Where: Marshall Room
Bring your own lunch and join us.
For questions, contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.
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Join fellow Auggies for a guided relaxation training program to help you manage stress, sleep more soundly at night, and approach your day with renewed energy and vitality.
Come relax with Beth Freschi, from a Time for Expression.
When: Tuesday, December 12, from 12-1 pm
Where: OGC 100
For questions, contact Nicole at peterlin@augsburg.edu.
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Thursday, November 30th
3:00-5:00 p.m. (come and stay for as long as you like)
Strommen Career & Internship Center, Suite 100, Christensen Center
Why Attend: It is never to early to begin to think about your plans after graduation! All students from first year through senior year, are invited to stop by and learn how you can begin to prepare now for a one or two year long service opportunity that will help you explore career paths and gain experience and credentials that could contribute to graduate school. Depending on the program some of the sites offer an educational and living stipend.
Representatives will be on campus:
Peace Corps
College Possible
MN Reading & Math Corps
Conservation Corps
Lutheran Volunteer Corps
All majors and students are invited to stop by for this informal meet and greet to learn about service opportunities. Have your resume reviewed, get information and ask questions.
Questions? Email careers@augsburg.edu
JOIN EVENT THROUGH HANDSHAKE
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October was Cyber Security Month. Tune in for an information session to hear briefly what the current cyber threats are, learn some tips that apply at work or home, share your experiences and strategies.
Also in December IT is adding new tool to Google Drive to protect regulated data. If faculty or staff have regulated data in Drive you will get an email notification. What is regulated data? Come and find out! Adding this tool means we will not dissuade you from keeping FERPA data in Google Drive in 2018. We want to you to be able to fully use Google Drive in your work.
There will also be a required online self-paced information security training coming for faculty and staff as part of our work on information security. Come and find out more!
Zoom virtual sessions
Thursday November 30, 9:00 – 9:30 AM https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/671569168
Monday December 4, 9:00 – 9:30 AM https://augsburg.zoom.us/j/656824283
Find out what more about we’re doing for information security at Augsburg
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The tradition of the ‘ugly sweater’ is back, featuring our Auggie wrapped in a scarf and ready for the holidays. Also at the bookstore– retro is back! We have a limited supply of personal, arcade style video games: Frogger, Space Invaders, Ms. Pac-Man and Double Dragon! There are many more gift ideas for the whole family so stop on by, we can’t wait to see you!
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Staff Senate is seeking nominations for the Auggie Pride Award! The Auggie Pride Award is given to staff members who have gone above and beyond to serve Augsburg and fulfill its mission and values. Reasons to acknowledge a staff member can include a variety of things, such as the completion of a project, the implementation of an innovative idea, or simply giving directions to a lost campus guest.
If you have a colleague who you feel is deserving of this award, please nominate them by filling out the nomination form at http://inside.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/auggie_pride/.
The Auggie Pride Awards are awarded monthly, throughout the academic year. More information found at http://inside.augsburg.edu/staffsenate/.
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Take a break and see a drama/comedy about a Norwegian immigrant family in 1910 San Francisco. Only $3 with pre-movie entertainment.
I Remember Mama (1948) (sometimes called a holiday classic)
Thursday, December 7
7:00 pm, Doors open at 6:30
Showing at Riverview Theater, 3800 42nd Ave So, Minneapolis, 55406
Tickets sold at Ingebretsen’s,1601 E. Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Presented by Ingebretsen’s Scandinavian Gifts. For more information, call 612-729-9333
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Campus Activities and Orientation would like to congratulate the 2017 Emerging Leaders Program graduates! These individuals successfully completed an intense ten week course around developing, enhancing, and promoting their leadership skills and capabilities. They are:
Abdi Abdullahi
Alana Goodson
Alyssa Crow
Anthony Villagrana
Ashlyn Winkels
Ava Pedersen
Bella Dawson
Billy Thao
Bobbi Hernandez
Brooke Pontinen
Carrington Nowak
Cyrus Frye-Dixon
Emily Brown
Emily Miszkiewicz
Emily Vang
Gabrielle Lewis
Ian Heseltine
Jasmine Gonzalez
Jessica Hing
Jessica Mendoza
Joe Gaskill
Kayla Cross
Khadra Bashir
Kristi Schulz
Lauren Holzem
Lydia Stephens
Mac Quist
Melissa Flores Jaimes
Mike Reeder
Nelago Nashandi
Oteju Oluwatofunmi
Pheng Xiong
Portia Green
Rose Zahn
Sabrin Gadow
Samantha Marholtz
Seakh Menheer
Shamarr McKinney-Vanburen
Shamsa Ahmed
Simon Redstone
Tanner Hintz
Yvonne Twinawe
Also thank you to the student leaders who provided mentorship to those participating in ELP:
Abe Johnson
Ariel Gutierrez
Ash Kaun
Destyn Land
Esteban Perez Cortez
Jose Perales
Mahamoud Abdi
Mayli Camposeco
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Faculty and Staff, this week Thursday through Saturday is the faculty/staff appreciation sale. All regular priced clothing, trade books, gifts and school spirit merchandise will be 40% off. I hope you have your list and have checked it twice because it is a perfect time to do your holiday shopping, plus a great opportunity to get some new Augsburg University gear for yourself! . Take advantage of this great discount as a thank you for your support of the bookstore throughout the year.
Shop during store hours:
Thursday Nov. 30: 9am – 5pm
Friday Dec.1: 9am – 5pm
Saturday Dec. 2: 10am – 2pm
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URGO Summer Research Info Session
Today @6pm in OGC 100
Hear from past researchers and get the scoop on writing a strong application!
The URGO Summer Research Program is an 11-week, on-campus program where undergraduate students are funded to conduct research under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Student researchers gain important analytic, technical, and writing skills that are important for graduate school and careers. The URGO program is also includes a weekly Speaker Series focused on research skills and professional development, as well as weekly seminars with fellow researchers. Students from all disciplines are invited to participate, and past projects have ranged from biology lab work to theater performance.
URGO provides full-time summer researchers (400 hours) with a $4,000 stipend while half-time researchers (200 hours) receive a $2,000 stipend. Both receive a significant campus housing discount as well. The program runs from mid-May to the end of July and students must plan to be enrolled at Augsburg for Fall 2018 to be eligible.
URGO Summer Research Assistantships
In addition to the URGO Summer Research Program, URGO also funds 100-hour summer research assistantships where undergraduate students assist a faculty member with an ongoing research project. Research Assistants and mentors determine how to spread the 100 hours of work over the course of the summer and it is an excellent opportunity to try out research for the first time or focus on a specific aspect of a research project.
If you have any questions regarding the program or cannot make it to an info session and would like to learn more, please contact urgo@augsburg.edu or call 612-330-1446 to set up an appointment.
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I am pleased to announce that Jeremy Updike will be the new Director at our site in Rochester. Jeremy will play a critical role in supporting our work in Rochester including, but not limited to, increasing student enrollment, supporting program growth, and expanding our external partnerships. The Director will supervise staff and operations and serve as a liaison to business and community organizations in Rochester and the surrounding area.
Jeremy has 11 years of experience as the Director of Summer Academic Programs at Carleton College. In this work, he has collaborated with faculty, staff and external partners to develop and enhance new and continuing programs. Jeremy will begin his work at Augsburg on January 16, 2018.
A special thanks to the members of the search committee who were critical to the successful search process and to Dawn Miller (HR) for her excellent work throughout the search.
Please join me in welcoming Jeremy Updike to Augsburg University.
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Registration for winter intramurals will run Nov. 27th-Dec. 3rd.
Leagues will start Dec. 7th. Sign your teams up for Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball, and Flag Football. Soccer and Flag football will both be played Thursday nights in the Dome. Volleyball and basketball will be played in Si-Melby hall and game nights will depend on participation numbers as well as gym availability.
All leagues will run Dec. 7th- Feb. 15th.
For more information and registration instructions, visit the intramurals web page.
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Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
INTERFAITH ENGAGEMENT IN PALESTINE AND ISRAEL
Courses: RLN 205 or RLN 490. This program also fulfills Augsburg Experience
Join this two-week course to gain a transformational learning experience. You will be immersed in the Israeli and Palestinian contexts, particularly focusing on the three Abrahamic faiths – Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Through lectures, readings, and conversations you will deepen your understanding of the history, sacred texts, beliefs and practices of the three Abrahamic faiths. Particular attention will be given to the roots of conflicts in the region and to peacebuilding movements.
We will visit holy sites that are at the center of the sacred stories that shape the beliefs and practices of Jews, Christians, and Muslims. We will hear how faith shapes the daily lives of those living in the land often called “holy.”
Applications are due on January 31, and SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE!
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
Check here for program details, scholarship info, and application
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Study abroad for two weeks in summer 2018:
MUSIC THERAPY IN CHINA: CHONGQING BURN CAMP
Course options:
-MUS 374, -MUS 474, or MUS 582. It also fulfills Augsburg Experience
Music therapists benefit greatly from exploring the evolution of music from one generation to the next, the way in which music is integrated into everyday life, and its role in health, healing, and well-being in China. Through visits to hospitals, clinics, musical venues, conservatories, and community organizations that provide health related care, students experience the interplay of music and healing practices in China. Students also engage in direct dialogue with Chinese music therapists and other rehabilitation therapists. The program allows participants to reflect on their own musical roots, and to discover how their own musical preferences have developed based on cultural experiences. We will also visit other locations of interest such as The Great Wall, Old-Town Beijing, Dazu Rock Carvings, Yangtze River Cruise and more.
Applications are due March 15, 2018
Email abroad@augsburg.edu, or come and talk to the Study Abroad/Away Office for more details! We are located in Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center.
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Have you thought about Study Abroad or Study Away in the USA? Attend one of our daily drop-in Info Sessions to hear about the basics and how you can get started. We cover how to choose a program, study abroad finances, academic credit, and more.
Come to the Oyate Commons, in the lower level of Christensen Center, for a 20-minute Info Session:
Mondays at 10:40 am
Tuesdays at 2:15 pm
Wednesdays at 10:40 am
Thursdays at 3:40 pm
Fridays at 1:45 pm
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Sushi!
Cilantro Lime Chicken
Rice Pilaf
Roasted Zucchini
Braised Spinach
Hot Ham & Swiss
Potato Wedges
Carrots
Baked Potato
Coconut Curry Lentil Stew
Curried Broccoli
Cheesy Pasta Bake
Italian Green Beans
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Stir Fry Bar
Salisbury Steak
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Gravy
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
French Fries
Roasted Squash
Baked Beans
Potato Wedges
GF Pizza
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A reminder that, beginning this week, vehicles parked in the roundabout in front of Hagfors Center will be ticketed and towed. Avoid parking your vehicle in this area!
Last week, crews installed the operable doors on the Hagfors Center coffee shop, and the first two art installations were installed:
>>Six Minnesota Wildflowers to Meet and Know by Amy Rice
>>Mississippi River Quartet by Mary Lingen
For photos and information about the artists, see the link below.
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Students interested in a once-in- a-lifetime opportunity to travel the length of the Mississippi River as part of a full semester of courses should check out Augsburg’s River Semester program for Fall 2018.
Students in the program will spend 100 days paddling from the Twin Cities, to St. Louis, Memphis, and beyond, before returning to the Twin Cities in December. Courses offered include:
POL 241 Environmental and River Politics (meets Liberal Arts Foundation for Social and Behavioral Sciences)
ENV 310 Environmental Studies Field Seminar. Study grassroots organizing and meeting with stakeholders throughout the watershed.
ENV 120: Environmental Science (Lab Science)
BIO 495: Topics: Field Research Methods (focus on aquatic ecosystems)
BIO 495 Topics: Ecology of Rivers, Streams, and Estuaries (with lab)
POL/ENV/BIO 499 Directed Research Project (possible Keystone credit)
POL/ENV 399 Internship (with a river-related organization; some internships are paid)
Other courses and specialized curriculum available by special arrangement
The deadline for early registration is Dec. 15, 2017, which qualifies you for a $500 discount on the program fee.
Full information and details at http://www.augsburg.edu/river or by contacting the Augsburg Study Abroad/Away Office in Christensen Center or Prof. Joe Underhill at underhil@augsburg.edu
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If you haven’t already visited the Writing Lab, it’s time to do so! More than 650 Auggies have already used the WL this semester. Writing Lab tutors await all students, grad and undergrad, and their written work – essays, applications, personal statements, creative writing. The Lab is located on the street level of Lindell Library and is just left of the circulation desk. No appointments are taken.
Here are the hours:
Mondays – 11:10–1:40 p.m., and 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Tuesdays – 12:30–3 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 7:30–10 p.m.
Wednesdays –11:10–1:40 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 6:30–9 p.m.
Thursdays – 12:30–3 p.m.; 3:30–6 p.m., and 7:30–10 p.m.
Fridays – 4–6:30 p.m.
Sundays – 5–8 p.m.
Any questions? Contact Kathryn Swanson, English.
submitted by pike@augsburg.edu
The course evaluation revision group is looking for faculty willing to pilot a different process for collecting end-of-term data this fall semester and improving response rates. Faculty will be asked to have the online evaluations completed during class time, as was previously done with old paper forms. If you are able to participate, this effort will allow us to collect comparative data on response rates. We will send specific instructions/guidance in early December. Please send your name to Diane Pike, pike@augsburg.edu or Scott Krajewski krajewsk@augsburg.edu if you can join this work. Thank you.
Also, there are two additional sessions to hear your questions and comments about revising the current course evaluation system (into a new University Course Survey model). Join us in Foss Atrium on December 1st 11:15-12:30 and/or on December 6th from 11-12. What matters to you in this process and why?
submitted by nguyenj@augsburg.edu
Hello everyone,
Here are the hours for the Cupboard this week:
Tuesday 8am-1:40pm, 2pm-6pm
Wednesday 8am-9:15am, 9:30am-1:40pm, 4-6pm
Thursday 8am-9:30am, 10am-1:45pm, 3:30pm-6pm
Friday 8am-9:15am 10am-5pm
Stop by if you’re in need of groceries! We’re located in the Foss Lobby.
We are still in need of donations! Non-perishable food items, personal hygiene products, gently used clothing, etc. are all things that students would greatly appreciate. Please let me know if you have any question- nguyenj@augsburg.edu
Thank you!
Janet Nguyen
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Join us in chapel today at 11:30 a.m. as we begin our Advent series. Pastor David Wrightsman is preaching and our musicians are guitarists Jake Pernsteiner, Ben Adler, Ben Richer, Chantelle Palermo, Nathan Coleman, and vocalist Megan Heitala.
submitted by holsenk@augsburg.edu
Gamers United is hosting a Scrabble tournament Sunday, December 3rd from 1 to 6 PM in the Auggies’ Nest. There will be food provided and fabulous prizes. Please RSVP at gamersunited@augsburg.edu. Hope to see you there!
